Potaje De Garbanzos A La Canaria (canarian Style Chickpea Stew)
Potaje de Garbanzos a la Canaria, or Canarian Style Chickpea Stew, is a traditional dish from the Canary Islands known for its hearty and flavorful combination of chickpeas, vegetables, and spices. This stew is a staple in Canarian cuisine and is perfect for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried chickpeas, soaked overnight
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 potato, diced
- 1 sweet potato, diced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 cups vegetable broth
Instructions
- Heat some olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
- Add the tomatoes, bell pepper, potato, and sweet potato. Cook for a few minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
- Stir in the paprika, cumin, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute to toast the spices.
- Add the soaked chickpeas and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 1 hour, or until the chickpeas are tender.
- Adjust the seasoning if needed, and serve the Canarian Style Chickpea Stew hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 40g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Large pot Wooden spoon Knife Cutting board
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the Potaje de Garbanzos a la Canaria with a side of crusty bread or over a bed of rice for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For added flavor, you can garnish the stew with fresh parsley and a drizzle of olive oil before serving.
Cost
$10